THE BUZZ: The Indians go for the sweep. Burba faced Boston only once this season and it wasn't pleasant, even though he struck out eight in five innings. He gave up four runs, six hits and four walks in a 9-4 defeat in Fenway. That, though, is ancient history, something that happened April 24. Burba takes a 15-9 record with a 4.25 ERA to the mound against Ramon Martinez, an older and much-less-talented brother to Pedro Martinez.

THE BUZZ: The Yankees also go for a sweep. Clemens headed for Texas ahead of the team Thursday in preparation for tonight's start with a chance for a Yankees sweep. After Clemens aired it out in multiple throwing sessions Monday and Wednesday, pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre does not believe the inconsistent five-time Cy Young winner will be ``too strong'' in his first start in 10 days. ``Roger threw yesterday [Wednesday) and was outstanding,'' Stottlemyre said. ``He's ready to go.''